Intel Xeon Platinum 8260Y

Intel Xeon Platinum 8260Y
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Xeon Platinum 8260Y is a robust processor designed for demanding server and workstation environments. Belonging to the Cascade Lake generation, it forms a proven foundation for many computing tasks. Its 14nm manufacturing process ensures reliable performance, demonstrating its strength in various professional scenarios.

We see here a chip that is designed for longevity. Comprehensive 36 MB L3 cache is a particular advantage. This ensures very efficient data processing and fast access to frequently needed information. The maximum memory bandwidth of 141 GB/s also supports extensive data streams, which is important for memory-intensive applications.

This allows even complex calculations to run smoothly. Furthermore, the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260Y offers solid support for PCIe 3.0. This ensures good connectivity for additional expansion cards. It is therefore a sensible choice for systems that require high connectivity. This processor remains a valuable component for professional infrastructures that rely on stability and proven technology.

  • Generous 36 MB L3 cache
  • High maximum memory bandwidth of 141 GB/s
  • Solid PCIe 3.0 connectivity
  • Stable Cascade Lake architecture

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Cinebench R20 Single-Core

Cinebench R20 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i3-6100
2C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
368 cb
Intel Pentium Gold G6500T
2C / 4T · 3.50 GHz
367 cb
Intel Xeon Platinum 8260Y
24C / 48T · 3.90 GHz
366 cb
Intel Core i3-8100
4C / 4T · 3.60 GHz
364 cb
Intel Core i7-4770K
4C / 8T · 3.90 GHz
361 cb
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Xeon Gold 5218R
20C / 40T · 4.00 GHz
1,129
Intel Xeon Gold 5220R
24C / 48T · 4.00 GHz
1,129
Intel Xeon Platinum 8260Y
24C / 48T · 3.90 GHz
1,128
Intel Xeon Gold 6246R
16C / 32T · 4.10 GHz
1,127
Intel Xeon E3-1230 v6
4C / 8T · 3.90 GHz
1,125
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i9-13900
24C / 32T · 5.30 GHz
19,422
Intel Core i9-13900F
24C / 32T · 5.30 GHz
19,422
Intel Xeon Platinum 8260Y
24C / 48T · 2.40 GHz
19,402
Intel Core i7-14700F
20C / 28T · 5.30 GHz
19,394
Intel Core i7-14700
20C / 28T · 5.30 GHz
19,394

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Xeon Platinum (89)
CPU groupIntel Xeon Platinum 8200/9200 (21)
ArchitectureCascade Lake
Technology14 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 3647
Generation2
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads24 / 48
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 24x
Frequency: 2.40 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 3.90 GHz
Turbo Frequency (24 Cores): 2.40 GHz
L2-Cache
L3-Cache35.75 MB
OverclockingNo

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR4-2933
140.7 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory1024 GB
Memory channels6
ECC
PCIe3.0 x 48
PCIe Bandwidth47.3 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP165 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX-512
Release dateQ2/2019
Release price
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Xeon Platinum 8260Y
Intel Xeon Platinum 8260Y
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